The SavvyCast

The SavvyCast

The SavvyCast is a podcast of the Family Savvy blog, where Jamie Tarence will host savvy guests to discuss real life topics that affect us all. Food and family. Marriage and divorce. Fitness and health. The Enneagram and relationships. Each episode is designed to entertain, educate and inspire all who listen. Everyone is welcome at the table! So grab a cup of coffee, and let’s talk.

Episodes

July 26, 2024 18 mins

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing with listeners what I eat in a day to prioritize protein and fiber! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing what I eat in a day to hit my protein and fiber goals. It can be so hard to hit our protein and fiber goals, especially in the busier seasons of life! In this episode, I walk listeners through a "day of eats" to share ...

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am discussing all things baby showers! I recently hosted a baby shower for a sweet couple from our church, and in this episode I share my best tips for hosting a successful shower. From what to cook to how to decorate to gift ideas- I cover it all! 

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Nick Plagenhoef joins The SavvyCast to share about his career as a pilot and answer listeners’ questions on all things air travel! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by my dear friend and pilot Nick Plagenhoef. Read more

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If planning a cruise or big summer trip sounds overwhelming, this episode is for you! Travel Planner Dafney Dooley shares her expertise.

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by my dear friend Dafney Dooley to discuss all things travel! Dafney is a travel planner with Cruise Planners, so she is an expert at planning and executing memorable trips. If you are in the ...

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite grills and how I love to use them! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing about my favorite grills! I absolutely love to grill out, and I have tried many different types of grills over the years. I know grilling can seem intimidating, especially for those who haven't tried it, but in this episode, I break down w...

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing three of my favorite no-bake desserts for summer! If your summers are anything like ours here in Alabama, you likely want to avoid turning on your oven at all costs! While I love summertime desserts like berry cobblers and pies, I often can't bring myself to make them on a hot summer day. These three desserts come together with a secret ingredient -condensed milk- and are just a...

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite summer picks from a recent Costo haul! I absolutely love shopping at Costco year-round, but in the summer, they have especially unique and delicious options. In this episode, I share some of my favorite summertime finds, my favorite recipes to use them in, and more! 

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Does anything say summertime like a cookout? This week, I share my favorite recipes and tips for summertime BBQs!

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite recipes and tools to accompany a summer BBQ! If you're anything like me, one of the best parts of the summer is the opportunity to cook and eat outside! There is something special about gathering with f...

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May 31, 2024 30 mins

This week's guest is particularly "joyful"- Joy Beth Bodie shares how she's empowering others to cultivate a joy-filled life. 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by the amazing Joy Beth Bodie! Joy Beth is the founder of House of Joy, a business aimed at helping people step into God's unique calling on their lives and embrace a life of joy. In this episode, Joy B...

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This week on The SavvyCast, I share how I first started Family Savvy and how I have grown it over the years! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing all about the Family Savvy brand, from its humble beginnings to how it has grown over the years! I feel so blessed and blown away by where Family Savvy is today, and I am so grateful to all of you for following along a...

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Nutrition coaches Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to discuss the relationship between blood sugar and diet! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me again to share how diet affects blood sugar.  the benefits of a high-protein, fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she and Geena work as nutrition coa...

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If you've been hearing about the benefits of a fiber-rich diet but don't know where to start, this episode is for you! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller joins me to share the benefits of a fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she works as a nutrition coach. She is no stranger to The SavvyCast, and listeners may remembe...

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This week, two special members of the Family Savvy team step in front of the mic for a change! 

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This week on the SavvyCast, I have two extra special guests! Anderson and Jackson Moore have helped me with filming Family Savvy content for years. I have had the privilege of getting to know them and watching them grow into such fine young men, and this week I convinced t...

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This week, I am sharing an updated review of the marble I had installed in my kitchen and bathrooms! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing an update on the marble we installed during my kitchen and bathroom renovation. Some of you may remember the marble review episode I did shortly after the renovation was complete. In this episode, I share more details about h...

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If you are looking for a homemade cold brew recipe that rivals your favorite coffee shop, give this episode a listen! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my all-time favorite cold brew recipe. I love an iced coffee drink, but I don't love constantly buying expensive high-sugar drinks every day. Before I perfected my cold brew recipe, I never thought homemade co...

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April 12, 2024 22 mins

If you are looking to get started making sourdough bread, this episode is for you! 

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This week on The SavvyCast, I have another episode in my mini-series on sourdough bread! If you have been following me on social media, you know I have recently fallen in love with making sourdough bread. In last week's episode, I shared about my potato flake starter. In this episode...

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This week, I am sharing all about my newfound love for breadmaking!

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This week on the SavvyCast, I am sharing all about my newest obsession- making sourdough bread! I have always loved real sourdough bread but was so intimidated by the process of making it myself. After taking a sourdough for beginners class, I have been experimenting with different types of starters and have learned to love the process...

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This week on The SavvyCast, wedding planner Handley McCrory Smith joins me to share the Mother of the Bride's guide to wedding planning!

Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, Handley McCrory Smith of Handley Breaux Designs joins me to discuss all things wedding planning. Handley and h...

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Healthy and delicious bone broth doesn't have to be complicated to make or expensive to buy! In this episode, I share easy tips for how you can make it at home!

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing the details of how I make delicious bone broth at home. Bone broth has gained popularity over the last few years, and for good reason! It is packed with protein and collagen, making it more...

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March 15, 2024 15 mins

This week on The SavvyCast, I am doing a "dinner party planning" episode. Here, I share my favorite sides to pair with a BBQ dinner.

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This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my top three favorite sides to serve alongside BBQ. Here in the South, the weather is warming up and spring is in the air! The longer days and sunshine have me dreaming of summertime hosting, and there is nothing better than a BBQ....

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